Why All Men Love the Moon

A nature myth retold from The Book of Nature Myths by Florence Holbrook

This story comes from The Book of Nature Myths (1902) by Florence Holbrook, an American teacher who collected myths and tales that explain nature. This is a nature myth — a story people once told to explain why the moon feels gentle, the sun feels harsh in summer, and the wind is shut out in storms. It teaches that kindness and thinking of others matter more than keeping everything for yourself. Myths like this help children see the natural world through story and wonder.

Band

Purple · Pre-readers and first readers, about 4 to 5

Length

short · about 401 words in 5 sections · 4 pictures

Source

The Book of Nature Myths, Florence Holbrook · Project Gutenberg

First published

see the About page in the reader

Regions

Canada · United States

Included formats

• · Web reader and PDF
• · EPUB for e-readers
• · Home-print sheet
• · Folded booklet
• · Binder edition (8.5 × 11)
• · Worksheet
• · Quick Check (6 questions) with answer key
• · Read-aloud script

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